CRUISE M/V ARION 8 days / 7 nights
Koper - Zadar - Ploce (Mostar)- Korcula - Bouches de Kotor - Durres (Tirana)- Dubrovnik - Split - Koper
Our cruising program « Along the
Adriatic Coast » is now welcoming
guests from around 20 countries. In
2009, we invite you to an extended
exploration of this wonderful coastline.
Starting from Koper in the Slovenian
Riviera, you will xplore the magnificent
Dalmatian coast then the gorgeous
scenery of the Fjord of Kotor, gateway
to the rising Montenegro and further
down the Albanian port of Durrës
before sailing back to Dubrovnik, pearl
of the Adriatic, and Split, capital city of
Dalmatia.
All the ancient cultures
from the Mediterranean have shaped
the coastal cities we propose to your
discovery, Greek, Roman, Turkish and
the Austrian Empire. Thanks to her
small size, the vessel can accost all the
tiny ports of the coast, getting access to
the very heart of its wonderful cities
and bringing you the opportunity of
new sights. You will get a taste of the
French Touch aboard the charming
M/V Arion where you will be delighted
at the attention and the service provided
by our onboard staff.
DAY 1
Sunday: KOPER ( Slovenia )
The small renaissance city of Koper (Capo d'Istria) is located near to Trieste . It is today the most important port of Slovenia . Embarkation.
DAY 2
Monday: PULA ( Croatia )
The most stunning towns of the Istra region which also occupy the very top of Croatian and European cultural heritage are situated on the west shore of the Istrian peninsula. Pula is noted for its ancient sites such as the impressive Roman amphitheatre, the Temple of Augustus , the Golden Gate (Porta aurea), and the Triumphal Arch of the Sergii…
DAY 3
Tuesday: ZADAR ( Croatia )
Once a dominant city on the Adriatic coast and rival of Venice , Zadar is nowadays a “city-treasury”, preserving in its historical core the remains of the Roman Forum, the Church of St. Donat , the Romanesque Cathedral of St Anastasia, the Church of St. Mary and the Benedictine Convent. The city owns a permanent collection of church art known as “The Gold and Silver of Zadar”.
DAY 4
Wednesday: SPLIT (morning) Croatia
Split , the second largest city in Croatia and “the capital of Dalmatia ” had gradually developed around the palace of the Roman emperor Diocletian, erected more than 1700 years ago. From Diocletian's cellars, Cathedral of the Temple of Jupiter to the Golden Gate (Porta aurea), across the Peristyle and the Market (Pjaca) to the sunny sea promenade (Riva) and further up the Marmont street, past the fish-market and all the way to the Theatre: morning in Split brings you the atmosphere of a typical Mediterranean city.
DAY 4
Wednesday: KORCULA (afternoon) Croatia
The historical town of Korcula is known as to be the birthplace of Marco Polo. The town will fascinate you with its beautiful historical core, narrow stone streets, museums and churches. Korcula is the town of a long-cherished cultural heritage and one of the most visited destinations on the Adriatic coast. It is famous for the unique and exciting traditional dances “Moreska” and “Kumpanija”.
DAY 5
Thursday: DUBROVNIK ( Croatia )
The former “ Ragusa ” is a town which resembles an open-air museum. This Monument-City is said to be the most beautiful Croatian city. Once a famous Dubrovnik Republic , the city was a powerful rival of Venice in the fight over sea rule. Today it still continues to rival Venice with its beauty and charming atmosphere. It would be really hard to single out the most fascinating piece of architecture. The Franciscan and the Dominican Monastery, The Cathedral, the Rector's Palace, Stradun, grand City walls and St. Blaise's Church, each of these impressive buildings deserves attention and admiration.
DAY 6
Friday: KOTOR ( Montenegro )
Sail in the morning through the extraordinary Kotor bay to Montenegro , you will discover the magnificence of this unique Fjord in the Mediterranean , the stunning “Boka Kotorska”. Despite all misfortunes, Kotor has preserved the atmosphere of the medieval Mediterranean town. The town is encircled with 20 m high walls that are 2- 15 m thick and 4.5 km long. One stem of the wall begins at the harbour, i.e. at the South gate, and the other at the River Skurla – West Gate. They both end at the fort of Saint Ivan. The Fort rises above the town and reaches the height of over 250m. There are 1426 stairs leading to the Tower.
DAY 7
Saturday: PLOCE (optional tour to Mostar – Bosnia )
Ploce is a commercial port located in central Dalmatia . From Ploce, we offer an optional tour to the famous old city of Mostar (Bosna Herzegovina ) where you will see the reconstructed “old bridge” built by the occupying Turkish forces 500 years ago.
DAY 8
Sunday: KOPER ( Slovenia )
Arrival in Koper in the morning. You will discover this charming renaissance city. |
